A very early and curious miniature representing the birth of our Lord; beneath, He is represented in a bath, with two female figures attending upon Him
MS. Rawl. B. 484, fol. 85
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Title
A very early and curious miniature representing the birth of our Lord; beneath, He is represented in a bath, with two female figures attending upon Him
Shelfmark
MS. Rawl. B. 484, fol. 85
Summary
Marked by Sir J. Ware, "Depictum seculo ix."
Date
10th century (second quarter)
Language
English
Physical extent
1 item
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Collection contents
Rawlinson B: English History
Collectanea of Sir James Ware, comprising fragments, extracts and notes mostly on Ireland
A very early and curious miniature representing the birth of our Lord; beneath, He is represented in a bath, with two female figures attending upon Him
